American-Style Malt Liquor

Lager - American

Style Description

Alcohol by Volume: 6.3 - 7.5%

IBU: 12 - 23

Color: 2 - 5 SRM

Original Gravity: 1.050 - 1.060

Final Gravity: 1.004 - 1.010

High in starting gravity and alcoholic strength, this style is somewhat diverse. Some American malt liquors are just slightly
stronger than American lagers, while others approach bock strength. Some residual sweetness is perceived. Hop rates are very low,
contributing little bitterness and virtually no hop aroma or flavor. Perception of sweet -fruity esters and complex alcohols (though
not solvent-like) are acceptable at low levels. Chill haze and diacetyl should not be perceived.

The styles listed are based on the Brewers Association 2011 Style Guidelines published by Brewers Association with changes.